Brierfield national school is not on the list of large-scale projects. The board of management is concerned that its needs are not progressing under the programme. Children need better facilities now, not in ten years time. The school is not looking for luxuries but for basic facilities which other schools have had for years. The board of management is very capable and the parents' committee interested in the welfare of the children. I hope the response from the Department will state the school will be included in the pilot initiative and funds will be provided. The board of management would spend the funds wisely. The building work is to be done in two phases. If this was approved, a modern school and a healthier, more spacious environment would be provided for the deserving children of Brierfield national school.